Benzie Central Middle School vs Fair Plain Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 283 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benzie Central Middle School
Benzonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
239 students
Fair Plain Middle School
Benton Harbor · Public middle · Grades 6–8
240 students
| Measure | Benzie Central Middle School Benzonia, Michigan | Fair Plain Middle School Benton Harbor, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #329 of 485 | #453 of 485 |
| National rank | #10338 of 15,369 | #14578 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 239 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.1% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 3% |
| city | Benzonia | Benton Harbor |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benzie Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 14.9).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 3%).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 8%).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 96.3%).
- •Fair Plain Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 18.4).
- •Fair Plain Middle School is the larger school with 240 students compared with 239.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benzie Central Middle School better than Fair Plain Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Benzie Central Middle School ranks higher (37.6 vs 14.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benzie Central Middle School and Fair Plain Middle School?
About 283 km in a straight line, between Benzonia and Benton Harbor in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benzie Central Middle School: 239. Fair Plain Middle School: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benzie Central Middle School and Fair Plain Middle School rank in Michigan?
Benzie Central Middle School is 329th of 485 and Fair Plain Middle School is 453rd of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).